Positive logic

I have been considering positive logic.
I define positive logic as a way of thinking about challenges. Often when faced with a challenge, we jump to the search-for-a-solution phase. But there is more going on. A task comes up. It disturbs me. I may have to act on the problem but Why does it disturb me? I consider that my bad feelings might be a product of negative thoughts or judgments from the past. Is the task a real problem or a problem caused by my rush to judgment? Can I think about the situation differently? If the problem is real, it is a problem that won’t change when I check my thinking. I make sure I am not looking for blame or playing the victim. Now I need to think of a solution. I consider: I want to solve the problem quickly, but a solution should be more than a quick resolution. I need an effective solution that does not simply postpone the problem. I consider further: the best solution would also be one that does not cause harm to myself or others. That includes emotional distress. Trying to “force” the problem is my impulse but if it runs against the best possible outcome I need to stop. The solution is not simply a matter of “winning” a fight. It is a matter of exploring the best possible outcome and looking step by step for the simplest way to reach that outcome. Then implementing those steps. The process is not above revision. At any point in the process the effects of my actions have to be evaluated. Is it working? If yes, I proceed. Is it causing harm? Can the harm be avoided? Am I maintaining an attitude of non-judgment?

˚ I AM joy of clarity, being & doing  

Posted on 27/04/2011.

In response to William.B’s post:

I think once we realize that we aren’t our thoughts or emotions, in other words, we become more ‘aware’, we are definitely going to be in a better position to consciously choose to use ‘positive logic’. I like your term. Consider for a moment how the ‘unconscious’ person reacts to the vicissitudes of life. At this very moment I am thinking about emotion and motivation and it relates to what you are saying. If we have a good or bad experience, think about how it affects our subsequent decisions – for the next few moments, hours, days, weeks or maybe even years. Our thoughts and emotions affect how we approach problems and everything else in our lives. We are bound to make better decisions when we are grounded.